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Clay Deem

Assistant Director of Admissions

Phone: 417.625.9743

Email: deem-c@mssu.edu

  • Recruiting Specialty: Springfield / Branson Missouri area high schools, local area high schools(Carthage, Monett, Webb City, Seneca), NCAA Initial eligibility for athletes, review committee
  • Alma Mater:  Missouri Southern State University, B.S.E - Secondary Education/Physical Education grades 7-12. Pittsburg State University - Master of Science/Education
  • Why should a new student choose MSSU?  We offer an excellent value for students. I always tell students that we offer a "private school" style of education for an affordable public school cost.
  • What is your favorite admission advice?  Take a tour of campus at your top 2 or 3 college options. Ask questions of the faculty and the students.  Get a feel for the campus atmosphere and everyday life. Then, make a decision that best fits YOU!
  • What is your favorite movie? Christmas Vacation and It's a Wonderful Life
  • What is your favorite food?  French Fries
  • Favorite Quote? "You can't rationalize irrational behavior." An old friend
  • Who is your role model?  My Grandpa Olin, and my Dad
  • What is your favorite book and who is it's author?  Love Must Be Tough by James Dobson
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